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Author Archives: Jon Sham

Md. House of Delegates meets on first day of session

Maryland's House of Delegates chamber was packed Wednesday with not only state legislators but also congressmen, Baltimore city officials and Gov. Martin O'Malley. House Speaker Michael Busch addressed the chamber reflecting on Maryland's history and its important role in the Revolutionary War.

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Newsmakers: General Assembly leaders Miller and Busch

Maryland Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller and House of Delegates Speaker Michael Busch sat down with State House reporter Nick Sohr to talk about the big issues facing the General Assembly this session. Topics discussed are the state budget, transportation, same-sex marriage and a wind energy bill.

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Miller on capital punishment, O’Malley and the Beltway Sniper

During an interview last week with The Daily Record’s Nick Sohr, Maryland Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr. took a moment to reflect on his positions on capital punishment in the state — with clear opposition to Gov. Martin ...

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Top 5: ‘Poor people will be getting a lot more justice’

Maryland’s top court made big news this week when it ruled that criminal defendants have a right to council at their initial bail hearings. That story and more in this week’s legal affairs top 5. 1. Court: Defendants have right ...

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Mayor calls for lighting the city purple before Ravens’ playoff run

As if Baltimoreans needed a reminder to support their Ravens as they head into the playoffs, Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake issued a statement Wednesday urging residents to “Light the city purple.” On Tuesday, members of the Ravens own painting crew sprayed ...

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Ravens celebrate playoffs by painting the town purple

The Baltimore Ravens spray-painting crew was out again Tuesday morning decorating Federal Hill and War Memorial Plaza in front of City Hall with the team logo in celebration of making the playoffs. Crews will also spray small logos on sidewalks and streets in various locations over the next two weeks.

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Top 5 Videos of the Year

We have compiled the five top videos on our site in 2011 based on how many times they were watched by you. The countdown starts at No. 5, so make sure to watch through to the end to see No. 1.

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Another year of Maryland’s Newsmakers

In its second full year, The Daily Record's ongoing series "Maryland Newsmakers" brought in some of the state's most interesting and influential figures. From First Mariner's Ed Hale, to Sen. Ben Cardin, to Freeman Hrabowski, Newsmakers told reporters and editors about their careers, businesses and plans for the future.

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The Daily Record News Quiz: Dec. 19-23

Have you been keeping up with The Daily Record’s news this week? Take our 10-question weekly news quiz in this fun, interactive feature. Leave a comment below and tell us how many questions you got right.

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